by Jeff Miller, Special for USA TODAY Sports

by Jeff Miller, Special for USA TODAY Sports

Quarterback Johnny Manziel isn't the only Texas A&M starter not on the field for the Aggies today.

Cornerback De'Vante Harris, linebacker Steven Jenkins, defensive end Gavin Stansbury and reserve wide receiver Edward Pope have been suspended for Texas A&M's first two games for undisclosed violations of department rules and regulations.

They will be eligible to return Sept. 14 for the Aggies' home game against No. 1 Alabama.

The Aggies are also missing Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel for the first half on Saturday after he was suspended for an "inadvertent" NCAA rules violation earlier this week. Starting cornerback Deshazor Everett also is on the bench for the first half for a team violation.

And two other players -- starting nose guard Kirby Ennis and backup free safety Floyd Raven, who is expected to see significant playing time -- are suspended for today's game but eligible to return next week against Sam Houston State.

In total, A&M's defense is missing five starters and one key reserve in the first half today.